THE TEAM ADMIN Kyle Miller General Manager kylem@grandslamsafety.com 315-778-5549 Kyle enjoys hunting, fishing, and golf. He served in the military as a UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot and a Company Safety Officer. Heidi Lehmann Director of Human Resources heidi@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-9365 Heidi has ridden a dromedary in the Moroccan Desert and is fluent in French. She previously had her own business transcribing sheet music to braille. Michelle Tabolt Bookkeeping accounting@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-8804 Michelle's favorite subject in school was Calculus. Before Grand Slam Safety, Michelle worked primarily in childcare. Christian Zehr Marketing/Social Media christianz@grandslamsafety.com 315-466-6898 Christian knits sweaters for his nieces and nephews and worked mostly in the service industry prior to Grand Slam Safety. Bob Lyndaker Co-Founder bobl@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-6920 Bob invented SPECTO® in his basement and gets to work at 4:30AM every day. He worked in the non-profit sector before creating Grand Slam Safety. Bob Chamberlain Co-Founder bobc@grandslamsafety.com 315-766-7008 Bob has climbed The Adirondacks' 46 Peaks and was a Physics teacher before creating Grand Slam Safety. Mickey Lehman Co-Founder mickl@grandslamsafety.com 315-484-4829 Mickey is a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. He was, and still is, an engineer with BCA Architects & Engineers. 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Elliot Martin Customer Solutions Engineer elliot@grandslamsafety.com 315-816-7201 Before Grand Slam Safety, Elliot interned with Engineering Ministries International in Uganda. He has broken 15 bones. David Beyer CAD Designer davidb@grandslamsafety.com At one point, David owned approximately 65 motorcycles. David ran several State Motorcycle Rider Education Programs before Grand Slam Safety. Bill Terry Draftsman bill.t@grandslamsafety.com Bill loves baseball and is a self-taught guitarist. He previously worked for the Department of Transportation as a Bridge Engineer. Ryan Young CAD Designer ryany@grandslamsafety.com Ryan's favorite game in the world is Monopoly. He was previously working for All Seasons Landscaping PRODUCTION Gus Tabolt Production Manager augustus@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-8951 Gus is left-handed and runs his family's farm. Ben Ferguson Assistant Production Manager to reach Ben, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Ben loves to fish and his favorite fish is trout. Before Grand Slam Safety, Ben worked for Red Barn Meats. Charity Rupert Industrial Sewist charity@grandslamsafety.com Charity is a volunteer firefighter and was one of Grand Slam Safety's first employees! She enjoys rabbit hunting and shooting trap. Buffy Pelo Industrial Sewist to reach Buffy, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Buffy churns her own butter, but hates butter. She was previously an X-Ray Tech before joining Grand Slam Safety. Eugene Fitchette Industrial Sewist to reach Eugene, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Eugene has worked in the sewing industry for 45 years. He brought his industrial sewing expertise to our company from his time with Ridgeline Industries, Inc. Annika DeLong Industrial Sewist to reach Annika, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Lynn Petzoldt Fabric Prep to reach Lynn, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Lynn was a basketball coach for 30 years and had actually retired before joining the Grand Slam Safety team. Melissa Lyndaker purchasing@grandslamsafety.com 315-466-6411 Melissa's favorite ice cream flavor is anything from Treats & Tiques in Natural Bridge, NY. She worked with Agency Specialist Insurance prior to Grand Slam. Procurement & Logistics Specialist Melissa Mullin Small Parts Technician to reach Melissa, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Tim Sullivan Welder to reach Tim, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Tim participated in The Great American Wheat Harvest (U.S. Custom Harvesters) for two years and previously worked for Hi-Lite Airfield Services in Texas. Andrew Beyer Welder to reach Andrew, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Andrew joined our team full time after completing a summer internship with us. His favorite music genre is classic rock. 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INDOOR BATTING CAGES BASEBALL BATTING CAGE NETTING Athletes committed to greatness don’t limit their training days to when the weather’s nice and sunny — instead, they maintain a type of year-round dedication that requires the ideal equipment and space. Indoor batting cages allow softball and baseball players to practice all year round to keep their skills and techniques sharp for next season. When you’re ready to advance your facility with an indoor batting cage setup, Grand Slam Safety is here to help maximize your playable indoor field space. Our experts will work with your specific requirements from beginning to end to deliver the perfect solution. Indoor batting cage systems are invaluable for athletes of all ages and experience levels. ​ You can incorporate indoor batting cages into an area’s layout or rely on portable options that are easy to set up and deconstruct when necessary. Both the retractable and stationary netting options give you the flexibility and freedom to host other events or remain dedicated to batting practices. CALL US Types of Indoor Batting Cages & Indoor Batting Tunnels Indoor Vertical Lift Batting Cages VISTA indoor batting cages are great for multi-use facilities if you want to maximize your space and offer training in a full cage. After a batting session is over, you can raise the netting to restore the area for other activities like soccer games, field hockey practices and ultimate frisbee tournaments. Stationary Batting Cages Stationary batting cages are permanent indoor fixtures that attach to your walls and surrounding areas. The durable netting can create batting cages and tunnels for indoor baseball facilities and other recreational activities. Grand Slam's stationary batting cages use a sleeved pole system that allow you to have a free standing netted batting cage. This batting cage system is suspended from poles that fit into sleeves in the floor surface, much like poles for an in-floor volleyball net system. You can disassemble and store the system when necessary, which takes just a few minutes with the work of two or more people. These types of batting cages are useful in dome athletic facilities or other building structures where suspending a cage is not feasible. Custom Batting Cages Custom batting cages are ideal when you need a full solution that matches your precise demands. Our professionals can build tailored batting cages to your specifications for indoor sports sites. Customization allows you to be a part of the process by explaining what will fit best with your facility. ​ Our team will take your requests into account and construct an enclosure that parallels the necessary dimensions of your facility — baseball netting that fits perfectly into your existing design. ​ Whether you need a retractable, stationary or customizable portable indoor batting cage system, together we can find a solution that works with your space. INDOOR BATTING CAGE DESIGN​ Deciding on your indoor batting cage dimensions for softball & baseball can depend on the size of space you have available, your budget and the experience level and size of the players you accommodate. The typical size of a batting cage net is 70 feet long by 14 feet wide by 12 feet high. This standard allows enough room for players to avoid creating back-swing contact with the netting. When it comes to an athlete’s size, the distance between the pitcher’s mound and home plate can differ. For example, various mound-to-plate distances include 38, 44, 54 and about 60 feet, starting at a range for beginners up to professionals: Batting cage length: The standard length for an indoor batting cage is 70 feet. It’s an adequate amount of space for the pitcher to store equipment such as portable mounds, ball machines and ball carts. The length also allows for plenty of room between the pitcher and batter, according to particular regulations for different age groups. Batting cage width: Indoor baseball netting has a standard width between 12 and 14 feet. If a coach works with younger children, a 12-foot wide tunnel is ideal, although bat lengths and wing-spans can vary between kids. In other cases, a 14-foot wide cage is more common and comfortable for athletes of all sizes. Batting cage height: The typical height of batting netting is 12 feet. About one foot of extra mesh is necessary to sag on the ground to contain stray balls. So, 11 feet is available as playable height. The taller the cage, the better, as an athlete’s experience increases. If you opt for an indoor batting cage design that has a shorter netting height, it can work in most situations. But be aware that shorter cages can reduce ball flight tracking for coaches dedicated to improving their players' technique. The mesh will knock down the ball quicker, preventing the player from knowing where to focus his or her hitting. Lower cage heights can also reduce the lifespan of the netting because of its proximity to the bat and ball. Tunnels with shorter lengths may be ideal for coaches who want to work on soft-tossing for a player’s hand-eye coordination. The space is better for focusing on specific techniques and can also save money. However, a larger cage is better for players to grow into. Teams can also use the extra space to store their equipment. Wider and taller batting cages allow players to track their ball flights more efficiently, helping them improve their batting. Indoor Batting Cage Specifications DETAIL SPEC ID STYLE Ceiling Mounted - Bottom Lift Single Cage BC101 Ceiling Mounted - Bottom Lift Double Cage BC102 Coming Soon Coming Soon BC20270 Pole Mounted Double Cage - 70' Pole Mounted Double Cage - 55' BC20255 BC20170 Pole Mounted Single Cage - 70' BC20155 Pole Mounted Single Cage - 55' Pole Mounted Triple Cage - 70' BC20370 BENEFITS OF INDOOR HITTING CAGES Because repetition is key for baseball and softball athletes, they require an area where they can perform different routines over and over — baseball indoor batting cages allow them to do just that. Proper batting cage installation and setup is crucial. When you rely on the experts for your baseball batting cage nets, you receive benefits such as: Tensioned bottom: Decrease the amount of excess slack within a cage’s netting to eliminate tripping, while also preventing balls from rolling underneath. Dividing net: Transform your softball or baseball batting cages into one or two areas to maximize your available space. A removable center divider can boost practicing capabilities without sacrificing safety. Open weave: The open weave material offers incredible visibility for coaches, teammates, spectators and parents who want to watch the action inside the cage. Recessed pole: When a bat comes in contact with a pitched ball, the bat sends it flying into the outfield, or batting cage, with a lot of strength behind it. To keep everyone inside the cage safe, you can rely on recessed poles, in our stationary cages, to reduce the rebound effect of batted balls. Unique soft toss area: The design of your cage becomes multi-functional with recessed poles that form exterior areas for athletes. Players can use the space for soft toss, even when others are inside the area. REQUEST QUOTE The GRAND SLAM SAFETY Indoor Batting Cage Difference Batting cages also suit right or left-handed batters without having to move the plate. Additional advantages of an indoor batting cage system include: Comes with a limited warranty. Constructed of premium sports netting. Contains baseballs better. Made of high-quality parts and materials. Maximizes the amount of playable indoor field space. Features powder-coated high gauge steel. Reduces risk of injury. Allows for several cages to be next to each other without interference. Features stainless steel cabling. Supports many types of facilities. ​ When you choose the best indoor baseball cage nets for your space, you can support all levels of play from beginners to professionals. Contact GRAND SLAM SAFETY for Your Indoor Batting Cage Installation At Grand Slam Safety, our indoor batting cage netting and outdoor batting cages allow athletes of all ages and levels from high schools to the pros to improve their batting skills while remaining safe. If you're looking for the best batting cage builders near you, we're proud to let you know that our expert in-house engineers handle each aspect of your project, from design to installation. Reach out to a Grand Slam Safety representative to purchase one of our batting cages for gyms or other sports facilities , or inquire about our indoor batting cage customization options. CONTACT US

SPECTO® FENCING TESTED & PROVEN FOR SAFETY Center For Athletic Safety at the University of Tennessee Experiment The Center for Athletic Safety, located at the University of Tennessee, concluded testing on Grand Slam Safety’s SPECTO® fencing. In side-by-side testing the SPECTO® system vastly out performed chain-link fencing in impact absorption and athlete safety. ​ Details of the Experiment A 20 lb. medicine ball was dropped from four specific heights to simulate impact velocities of different weighted athletes. A hydraulic lift was utilized to ensure the drop height of the medicine ball could be adjusted accurately. ​ Four different locations of both the SPECTO® fence and the chain-link fence were tested for impact: ​ Cable/Horizontal Post (middle section of the tension cable for the SPECTO® fences and the middle section of the horizontal pole for the chain link fence) Panel (the center of third fence panel from the foul pole) Edge Panel (the center of the fence panel closest to the foul pole) Hook and loop Seam/Chain Link Post (in the middle of the SPECTO® fence hook and loop seam and the middle of the vertical chain link post) ​ SPECTO® testing at The Center for Athletic Safety, University of Tennessee, Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Safety Testing Conclusions ​ Running into a SPECTO® fencing system absorbs more of the impact forces compared to the chain link The F355 E missile were not used on the chain link fence due to the values being too high and the potential for damaging the F355E missile device; however, the values would be much higher then those found on the SPECTO® fences One of the NFL Mandatory Practices that all wall padding surrounding playing field has to be below 100 Gmax with the CIST, all SPECTO® system fences were below the NFL standard for wall padding surrounding the playing field When using a SPECTO® outfield fence system, athletes may no longer worry about risking an injury when running into the outfield fence ​ The entire report can be viewed upon request by contacting us. We’d be happy to discuss how the SPECTO® systems can benefit the safety of your athletes. ​

SPECTO® Fence at Adventure Sports & Entertainment in Jackson, New Jersey, Withstood Tornado Winds When your outdoor sporting facility calls for durable fencing, few solutions come close to the sheer strength of SPECTO® Fencing Systems from Grand Slam Safety. Adventure Sports & Entertainment based in Jackson, New Jersey, noticed how tenacious our fencing products can be when the unexpected rolls through — in this case, tornado winds. What Happened? A tornado swept through Ocean County, New Jersey — a place where crowds go to enjoy theme parks, outdoor activities and sporting events. Adventure Sports & Entertainment was in the storm's path leaving facility managers and crews concerned about several outdoor fields. The facility hosts baseball, softball, soccer and flag football games. Employees at the venue were pleased to find that the SPECTO® Fencing Systems around their six baseball fields survived the 120 mph winds. While other outdoor fencing solutions would crumble under these conditions, Grand Slam Safety's offerings could handle it. Our SPECTO® Fencing Is Engineered to Last One of the characteristics that separates SPECTO® Fencing Systems from alternative solutions is the failsafe breakaway clips. During the Ocean County tornado incident, these clips detached, and a few Velcro sections were damaged — both parts are easily replaceable. Rather than paying to replace all of the fences around the baseball fields, Adventure Sports & Entertainment can pick up the necessary components. The Value of Advanced Safety Netting and Fencing SPECTO® Fencing Systems help prevent accidents during games. You can customize the perimeters of baseball fields as well as softball fields with tension-based technology intended for safe interactions between the players and fencing. Only 30 inches of space is needed between the mesh barriers and hard surfaces to catch an athlete in a sprint. Request a Consultation From Grand Slam Safety Want to learn more about your options for outdoor baseball fencing? Contact Grand Slam Safety to set up a consultation today.

Different divisions and leagues may require varying field dimensions, which directly influences the size of the outfield fence you need. If your facility has multiple leagues for different age divisions, you'll want fencing that can fit all your requirements. Grand Slam Safety offers adjustable fencing options. Here's a look at how you can measure an outfield fence. Field Size According to Leagues & Division When you're designing a baseball field for different leagues and divisions, there are several considerations to keep in mind to ensure you have suitable dimensions for each group. You have to consider the distance between base paths, including the distance between the home plate to the mound and the necessary size of the foul pole. There are some common dimensions for youth leagues such as foul lines having to be a minimum of 200 feet to the outfield fence and 275 feet to the center field fence for a little league baseball field. Pinto baseball field dimensions consist of foul lines that are 125 feet to the fence and 175 feet to the center field fence. Steps to Mapping Out the Field Follow these steps to design your own field from scratch: Position home plate so it's centered in the middle of the backstop. Run a tape measure from one corner of the backstop in the direction of where home plate will go. Repeat this step with the opposite corner of the backstop. The start of home plate (the side closest to the backstop) will act as an apex. The left and right corners of the backstop should create an invisible triangle with the bottom of home plate. Position a stake at the back of the home plate. You'll use this as a point of reference later. Trace a line from the back of the home plate over the pitcher's mound and to the center of the second base. The distance should be based on the appropriate league. Locate the first and third bases by running a tape measure from the second base to each base separately. This distance will depend on the league. The corners of the first and third bases should create an arc with the back of the home plate and the center of the second base. Draw lines from the foul-side corners of first and third base to the back of home plate. This can help you determine the correct angles of the first and third bases. Locate the pitching rubber by referencing the back of home plate and the center of second base. The rubber mound should be equidistant from these two points. Align the outer sides of the pitching rubber with the outer sides of the home plate. Length of the Outfield Fence There are several variations and types of outfield fences. The size of the field and the types of leagues usually determine the length. Outfield fences grow gradually in size at each level to match the players' development and experience. Here are the common outfield fence length sizes for different divisions: Pinto: This is a transitional division where children between the ages of 7 and 8 can play baseball at a competitive and instructional level. The length of the outfield fence for this division is 200 plus feet. Little League: This is a division in baseball for boys and girls 8 to 12 years old. The length of the outfield fence for the little league is 225 plus feet. Bronco: The Bronco division is for 11 and 12-year-old players who play at a competitive level. The outfield fence length for Bronco is 250 plus feet. Pony: The Pony division is for 13 to 14-year-old players preparing for high school baseball. The outfield fence length for this division is 300 plus feet. High School, College and Pro: These divisions feature players who compete in a professional setting at an advanced level of play. The outfield length for these divisions is 400 plus feet. Height of the Outfield Fence The different levels of play also determine the height of the outfield fence. For divisions such as Pinto, Little League, Bronco and Pony, the fence should be at least 4 feet high with foul poles that extend at least 6 feet above the baseball outfield fence length. For high school, college and pro divisions, an outfield fence that is at least 6 feet tall is the recommended height, and 8 feet is the preference. You can use an outfield fence calculator to calculate the size of the fence you need. Contact Grand Slam Safety for Your Fencing Needs At Grand Slam Safety, we offer a range of baseball outline fencing. Our fences can be temporary or permanent, and they are customizable to meet your specific needs. We can help you find durable and safe fencing that is perfect for you. Contact us today to get a quote.

Indoor pickleball leagues seem to grow more popular each year. Teams across the country enjoy this high-speed game, which has some similarities to tennis. If you want athletes to play pickleball in your recreation center, it's important to know indoor pickleball court dimensions, which differ from an outdoor court. This is your guide to indoor pickleball court sizes and how to verify you're following the rules of the game according to the governing body, USA Pickleball (USAP). What Is Indoor Pickleball? Indoor pickleball is a sport with two or four players that involves using paddles to pass a plastic ball over a net. All of the rules of outdoor pickleball apply to indoor leagues. The main difference is that most outdoor leagues play on hardcourt surfaces similar to tennis matches while indoor leagues use gymnasium flooring. Another key variation between indoor and outdoor pickleball is the type of game ball used. Indoor pickleball leagues use regulation balls with 26 holes, while outdoor leagues use balls that have 40 small holes. The difference in court surfaces calls for game balls of different hardnesses and weights. Standard Indoor Pickleball Court Sizes Whether you're picking up a paddle for the first time, you're in the process of making your own court or you need a temporary setup for recreational games, it's helpful to know the typical pickleball court sizes. A standard indoor pickleball court is 44 feet long by 20 feet wide. Both of these measurements include game lines. An indoor court should have a pickleball net that sits 36 inches tall from the ground at each side and 34 inches tall in the center. A standard indoor pickleball court has a centerline on each side of the net that splits the court into right- and left-side serving sections. Additionally, there is a 7-foot non-volley zone that extends from the net outward. Players are unable to step inside this zone while hitting the ball. Considerations for Pickleball Courts When you're creating a pickleball court, there are a few things to consider. Review the details below to learn more about the correct ways to host an indoor pickleball event. 1. Pickleball Court Size in Feet vs. Meters It helps to know pickleball court sizes in more than one unit of measurement. For a quick reference, an indoor pickleball court is 13.41 meters in length by 6.10 meters in width. 2. The Rules for Mini Indoor Pickleball Courts The smallest indoor pickleball court size acknowledged by USAP is the standard 44 feet by 20 feet layout. Any game played on a court smaller than these dimensions will not count toward official tournaments. 3. Game Lines The game lines for an indoor pickleball facility must be 2 inches in width. You'll require sidelines, baselines, centerlines and non-volley lines to create a regulation court. Trust Grand Slam Safety for Pickleball Court Construction Grand Slam Safety specializes in creating custom sports courts for indoor and outdoor venues. Our entire process from design to installation is handled in-house for consistent results. Prioritize safety and create a court that can be used for multiple sports when you work with our professionals. You can get a quote for your pickleball project by filling out our contact form.